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If a landlord's breach of duty renders the premises unsuitable for occupancy, under the doctrine of constructive eviction, the tenant may:

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The tenant may vacate the premises, terminate the lease, and sue for damages.

Under the doctrine of constructive eviction, if the landlord does an act or fails to provide some service that he or she is legally required to provide and in the process renders the premises inhabitable, the tenant may terminate the lease and also may seek damages

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